Tribute DX 4WD V6-3.0L DOHC (2002)
Note:
This information applies to verified customer complaints on vehicles covered under normal warranty. Refer to the SRT microfiche for warranty term
information.
Disclaimer
Repair Procedure
1.
Verify customer concern.
a.
Turn the key to the "ACCESSORY" position and turn ON the audio unit, tune the radio to a station with clear reception.
b.
Turn the ignition to the "RUN" position (do not start the engine).
c.
The fuel pump should run for about I second with the key in the "RUN" position with the engine not running. Listen for electrical noise in
the speakers of the audio system.
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If noise is present while the pump is running and stops when the pump stops, then the fuel pump is generating the noise. Proceed to
STEP 2.
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If noise is not present when the pump is running, or is constant even when the fuel pump quits running, then the noise source may not be
the fuel pump. Refer to PINPOINT TEST 2: NOISY RECEPTION of the applicable Workshop Manual for additional troubleshooting
and repair procedures.